BA in Communication and Product Design MA in Fashion Design Motivated to work towards a more sustainable and innovative world. Creativity and problem solving are my strongest qualities. I will learn anything needed to execute a task in order to deliver the best performance in any role.…

Gustavo Calapez

BA in Communication and Product Design MA in Fashion Design Motivated to work towards a more sustainable and innovative world. Creativity and problem solving are my strongest qualities. I will learn anything needed to execute a task in order to deliver the best performance in any role.…

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BA in Communication and Product Design
MA in Fashion Design
Motivated to work towards a more sustainable and innovative world. Creativity and problem solving are my strongest qualities. I will learn anything needed to execute a task in order to deliver the best performance in any role.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Volunteer Design intern at Hudson Labs Ventures
June 22, 2025 - June 27, 2025
At ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management, I was a design intern for a summer school program by Hudson Labs Ventures, along with Lisbon’s Unicorn factory. High school students enrolled were invited to design and propose a service design, promoting entrepreneurship into the younger generations. I was in charge of designing my assigned group’s visual identity and final presentation.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Francisca Nabinho
July 1, 2025 - August 22, 2025
Design intern for fashion designer Francisca Nabinho for a summer collection prsented at Lisbon Fashion Week. My job consisted of making technical product sheets, sourcing materials, assisting with photoshoots, patternmaking, and sewing garments for the collection lineup.

Education

Bachelor of Product and Communication Design at Lisbon School of Architecture
September 8, 2021 - June 20, 2024
Based on both product and graphic design, I was taught technical skills such as Adobe/Affinity and 3D softwares, prototyping and developing projects on a scale spectrum between the hand and the city. The biggest perspective I’ve earned is a sense of community and service towards people.
Master of Fashion Design at Lisbon School of Architecture
September 8, 2024 - June 20, 2026
Taking the knowledges aquired in my bachelor I am now enrolled in the design field I’ve always wanted. Regarding fashion, my main interest is in sustainability and material innovation, as well as creative direction and comunication.

Qualifications

Traditional basket weaving techniques
April 11, 2022 - April 22, 2022
A workshop formation given by CEARTE in partnership with my faculty. The aim was to perpetuate portuguese craft heritage and culture through the work of future designers, giving direct insight into the importance of representing and preserving tradition.

Industry Experience

Retail